Fly Control

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It seems like no matter what time of year it is, fly control is always on horse owner’s minds. If you’ve tried everything you can think of to keep the flies off your horse and out of your barn, try taking a different approach to your fly control.

Summer is here which means your horse's health routine might need an adjustment. We have the buzz on vaccines plus tips for fly control and summer hoof care.

With the warm summer days comes the dreaded fly season. Guard your horse against the irritating, disease-carrying pests with our tips and tricks.

During these trying times money can be tight. However if you're fortunate enough to have extra spending cash, you need to check out these horse-related small businesses! With everything from tack to jewelry, these stores have it all.

Summer sores in horses can be challenging to deal with. We give you the lowdown on cause, treatment, and prevention.

We review the SmartMesh Ultimate Fly Sheet by SmartPak in Episode 35 just in time for summer fly season!

Fly masks protect horses from more than just bugs. They also prevent eye injuries and sunburns.

What you don’t know about this essential equine apparel can affect its fly-control performance—and your horse’s comfort.

Joe Stricklin, DVM from Greeley, Colorado sat down with us to talk about vesicular stomatitis. Here’s what you need to know about this currently active disease.

Are you and your horse plagued by barn flies? Take our quiz to test your fly IQ.

Keeping your horse fly-free is no easy task. Here we show you seven different fly-fighting solutions that’ll help your bug-prone horse survive the summer months.

Here’s what you need to know about feed-through products that break the life cycle of those pesky flies.

The Added Benefits of Fly Protection for your Horse’s Legs

Does your horse fly sheet do all that it could?

Be prepared when the flies invade your barn by choosing the perfect fly mask for your horse. These new, innovative covers offer fresh designs and features for almost every situation.

Six secrets that the manufacturers don't always tell you

Use these tips for maximum effectiveness from your horse's insect repellent

Tips for helping a spray-shy mare stand still.

From Basic Manure Management to Advanced Fly Control in 7 Easy Steps